The sweet aroma of holiday spiced nuts fills the air as the leaves change color and the temperatures drop. These treats are a hallmark of the season, adding a festive touch to any celebration. Whether you're hosting a holiday party or simply want to enjoy a special treat, there's a sweet spiced nut recipe perfect for you. From classic candied nuts to creative variations with unique flavors, there's something for everyone to enjoy. In this article, we'll provide you with a variety of sweet spiced nut recipes that will make your holiday season merry and bright.
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SWEET & SPICY NUTS
Hot and spicy with a hint of brown-sugar sweetness, these snacking nuts are simply sensational. You and your guests will not be able to stop munching! The quick-and-easy skillet recipe also makes a great stocking stuffer or last-minute holiday gift from the kitchen. -Patty Lok, Sherman Oaks, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the salt and spices; set aside. In a large heavy skillet, melt butter. Add walnuts and pecans; cook over medium heat until nuts are toasted, about 4 minutes., Sprinkle with spice mixture. Add the brown sugar, water, Worcestershire and hot sauce. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until sugar is melted. Spread on foil to cool. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 30g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
SWEET SPICED NUTS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 275. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk the egg white with 1 tablespoon water in a large bowl until frothy. In a small bowl, combine the sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, the spice blend and cayenne pepper. Toss the nuts in the egg white mixture, then stir in the sugar-spice mixture and Worcestershire sauce.
- Spoon the nuts onto the prepared baking sheet in small clusters and bake until golden, 30 to 35 minutes. Cool completely, then break into pieces.
HOLIDAY SPICED NUTS
This is a double batch, 3 cups to serve, 3 cups to gift-away. Buy nuts from bulk bins in market ? they are better priced than nuts on baking aisle.
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 12m
Yield 6 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet and cook nuts over moderate heat 7 to 8 minutes until golden and well toasted ¿ your nose will know when they are done. Transfer nuts to a plate and return pan to stove top. Add butter to the pan in small pieces. Melt butter and spice it with anise, cinnamon, pepper and nutmeg. Let butter infuse a minute then pour over nuts. Turn off heat. Add smoked nuts to the skillet and turn to combine evenly with butter.
SPICED NUTS
A perfect spicy snack for the holidays.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Makes 2 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Beat egg white until soft and foamy. Combine all remaining ingredients except pecans; whisk into egg white. Stir in pecans until well coated; spread mixture in single layer onto an ungreased baking pan.
- Bake pecans for 15 minutes, then remove from oven. Using a metal spatula, toss, stir, and separate nuts. Reduce oven to 250 degrees and return nuts to bake until medium brown, about 10 minutes. Remove from oven; toss, and stir again. Place baking pan on wire rack to cool (they will crisp as they cool). Break up any that stick together.
SWEET, SALTY, SPICY PARTY NUTS
I find this technique much easier than the stovetop pan method. You'll get beautiful, perfectly frosted nuts that are roasted evenly, with no bitter burned spots.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Party Mix Recipes
Time 27m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat with cooking spray.
- Combine walnut halves, pecan halves, almonds, and cashews in a large bowl. Add salt, black pepper, cumin, and cayenne pepper; toss to coat.
- Heat sugar, water, and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until the butter is melted. Cook for 1 minute and remove from heat. Slowly pour butter mixture over the bowl of nuts and stir to coat.
- Transfer nuts to the prepared baking sheet and spread into a single layer.
- Bake nuts in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Stir nuts until the warm syrup coats every nut. Spread into a single layer, return to the oven, and bake until nuts are sticky and roasted, about 6 minutes. Allow to cool before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Cholesterol 1.9 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 205.7 mg, Sugar 7.5 g
WARM SPICED NUTS
I like to set out bowls of spiced nuts when hosting holiday parties. Sometimes I stir in M&M's to make it a sweet and salty snack. -Jill Matson, Zimmerman, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 3 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the pecans, almonds and peanuts. Combine butter and Worcestershire sauce; pour over nuts and toss to coat., Spread in a single layer in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 300° until browned, about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally., Transfer warm nuts to a bowl. Combine the chili powder, garlic salt and cayenne; sprinkle over nuts and stir to coat. Serve warm, or allow to cool before storing in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 22g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 123mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
CINNAMON SPICED NUTS RECIPE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F, and make sure to line a baking sheet with parchment paper - these nuts will stick to the pan without it.
- Add the nuts and dried cranberries to the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- In small bowl, stir together maple syrup, egg white, salt, cinnamon, and cayenne.
- Pour the spice mixture over the nuts, then stir to coat evenly.
- Spread the nuts into a single layer.
- Bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Cool, then enjoy. They will get crunchy and stick together into clusters as they cool.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving (about 1/4 cup), Calories 175 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 177 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 12 g
SPICED HOLIDAY NUTS
Categories Nut Bake Cocktail Party Vegetarian Pecan Walnut Spice Honey Christmas Eve Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Line baking sheet with foil. Lightly oil foil. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add ginger, curry powder and cayenne pepper; sauté until fragrant, about 5 seconds. Stir in sugar and honey. Add nuts. Stir until honey mixture is amber in color and nuts are well coated, about 6 minutes.
- Transfer nut mixture to prepared baking sheet. Working quickly, separate nuts with spoon. Sprinkle with salt. Cool. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Store in airtight container at room temperature.)
SWEET AND SPICY HOLIDAY MIXED NUTS
Make and share this Sweet and Spicy Holiday Mixed Nuts recipe from Food.com.
Provided by MARIA MAC
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h
Yield 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Oven 250.
- Whisk eggs and water until frothy. Stir in nuts. Mix well. Stir in remaining ingredients. Mix well. Spread nuts on lightly buttered cookie sheet. Bake until dry, about 45 minutes. Cool and break into chunks. (Can be made ahead and kept in an airtight container for 3 days.).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 950.2, Fat 73.6, SaturatedFat 11.4, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 1090.8, Carbohydrate 61.1, Fiber 12.7, Sugar 31.5, Protein 25.6
SWEET AND SAVORY SPICED NUTS
Provided by Andrea Albin
Categories Bake Thanksgiving Vegetarian Quick & Easy Cocktail Pecan Walnut Healthy Cinnamon Cumin Paprika Gourmet
Yield Makes 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle. Lightly oil a 4-sided sheet pan.
- Whisk together sugar, spices, and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Whisk egg white in a medium bowl until frothy, then stir in nuts. Add spice mixture and toss to coat.
- Spread nut mixture in 1 layer in sheet pan. Bake, stirring once or twice, until dry and well toasted, about 20 minutes. Loosen nuts from pan, then cool completely.
- What to drink:
- Schloss Saarstein 1st Growth Riesling Kabinett '08
Tips:
- Choose fresh, high-quality nuts. This will ensure that your spiced nuts have the best flavor and texture.
- Use a variety of nuts. This will give your spiced nuts a more complex and interesting flavor.
- Roast the nuts before spicing them. This will help to bring out their natural flavor and make them more crispy.
- Use a variety of spices. This will give your spiced nuts a unique and delicious flavor.
- Be careful not to overcook the nuts. If you cook them for too long, they will become dry and hard.
- Store the spiced nuts in an airtight container. This will help to keep them fresh and flavorful.
Conclusion:
Spiced nuts are a delicious and versatile snack that can be enjoyed on any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying snack, give spiced nuts a try!
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